Benzyl Benzoate
Indications
Benzyl Benzoate is indicated for scabies
Pharmacology
Benzyl benzoate is an acaricide that is used in the treatment of scabies. Benzyl benzoate exerts toxic effects on the nervous system of the parasite, resulting in its death. It is also toxic to mite ova, though its exact mechanism of action is unknown. In vitro, benzyl benzoate has been found to kill the Sarcoptes mite within 5 minutes.
Dosage And Administration
Adult: Apply 3 times at 12 hourly intervals over the whole body, wash-off 12 hr after the last application.
Interaction
Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Contraindications
Broken or irritated skin; neonates; pregnancy.
Side Effects
Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes, allergic dermatitis reactions, drying effects in the elderly.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions And Warnings
Prevent drug from entering the eyes, elderly (drying effects).
Therapeutic Class
Parasiticidal preparations, Topical Antifungal preparations
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C.
